RP

RP is a premier, global brand of dance products.

Founded in 1998 and based in Chicago, the company is known for consistent innovation, the highest quality of materials and crafting, & outstanding responsiveness to the needs & of its customers. Founded in 1998 and based in Chicago, the company is known for consistent innovation, the highest quality of materials and crafting, and outstanding responsiveness to the needs and preferences of its custo

mers. RP is world renowned for its original product: precisely fitting pointe shoes, superbly crafted in Moscow with a blend of traditional artistry and modern technology. RP’s growing product line includes a variety of dance shoes, apparel and accessories, made with the latest fabrics and manufacturing techniques. Each new product reflects the company’s established standards of excellence for outstanding comfort, fit and beauty. RP provides market-leading customer care to both retailers and end-users, including a unique array of educational resources, and state-of-the-art logistics and IT integration to provide consistent quality and efficient delivery. RP founder and president Aleksandra Efimova is a Harvard Business School alumna, a noted entrepreneur and a community leader who makes philanthropy, outreach and responsible business practices top priorities for the company.

04/05/2026

“I’ve been in my Akoya’s for 3 years now and I’m not going back”

She said what she said.

For dancers with high arches, finding a shoe that actually works with your foot instead of against it is everything-

Flexible shank that molds to your arch without snapping. A box shape that’s bunion friendly and 26 years of RP craftsmanship behind every pair.

➡️drop a 💜 below is the Akoya is your shoe- or tell us what took you so long to find it
➡️tag a dancer with high arches who needs this
➡️shop the Akoya at your local retailer and online at recollection.com

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04/03/2026

Everyone thinks they know which shank they need. 🩰

Whether you’ve been on pointe for 6 months or 6 years- shank strength is one of the most misunderstood parts of the fitting process and getting it wrong affects everything.

Swipe through and let’s actually fix that ➡️

Drop a ✋ in the comments if you’ve ever been given the wrong shank recommendation- or you’ve literally never heard the word shank before in your life. Both are valid and both are welcome here.

💾 save this before your next fitting- you’ll thank yourself

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03/24/2026

The best pointe fitting of your life?

Yeah, it starts with a fitter who actually GETS IT.

Meet - one of our certified RP fitting partners. Tamra has been fitting for 23 1/2 years and Judy, 56! They KNOW feet.

Like, the kind of knowledge that can fully change how your shoes feel, fit, and work for your dancing.

Their biggest tip:

“Sometimes it is the shoe, not you. The right fit can make all the difference in the world. When switching to a totally different shoe, give yourself some grace and time to adjust.” 🩰

This is the RP network.
Real experts. Real relationships. Real fittings that make sense.

✨hit the store locator at link in bio for find your nearest certified RP fitter through
✨send this to a dancer who needs a better fitting experience

03/20/2026

Picking a pointe shoe shouldn’t feel like a guessing game-
but if you don’t know what to look for, it kinda is.

That’s why going to an authorized, professional fitter matters. They’ll actually guide you to the right shoe for your foot.

Swipe for our full model guide—
aka what works for your foot, your level, and what your teacher’s looking for.
Save this before your next fitting. trust. 💾

Follow for real pointe tips, not gatekeeping.

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03/19/2026

26 Years. One Obession.

Since 1998, RP has been trusted by the world’s most dedicated dancers.

02/02/2026

Every tutu tells a story—what’s yours?

From first fittings to final bows, tutus hold the moments that shape us as dancers. The nerves, the joy, the growth, the memories that stay long after the curtain falls.

This , we’re celebrating your story.
Share your most memorable tutu and tag us.

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01/29/2026

Held in balance.
Rooted in preparation.

01/14/2026

How long can you balance en pointe for?! 🤨

If you’re new here or seeing us again, meet the Akoya pointe shoe worn by the stunning .garcia

The Akoya has a tapered box and the pre-arch construction for the perfect connection of shank to foot allowing control and stability in every movement.

11/12/2025

Our favorite day of the year? World Ballet Day of course! Whether you just got your first pair of pointe shoes or are a seasoned professional, RP shoes offer an elegant and supportive fit to bring Ballet dreams to life.

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Photographer: .mcg

10/02/2025

October is here, and Nutcracker rehearsals are in full swing! RP Collection has everything to prepare you for one of our favorite times of year. What shoes are you dancing in this holiday season?

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77 W. Washington Street
Chicago, IL
60654

Telephone

(312) 332-7200

Website

http://www.rpcollection.com/

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